Clinical Externs - Spring Intake

Reference # 01057 Posted Tuesday, February 17th, 2026 at 1 : 50pm Scope Public Applications Accepted Position Clinical Externs Department Professional Practice Vacancy Yes Term Part-Time, 4-Month Contract Pay $22.22 hourly

VALUES AND COMMITMENT

At Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH), our shared purpose is People First, and our core values of Integrity, Quality, Respect, Compassion and Teamwork are at the centre of who we are and what we do. We remain committed to sustaining an experienced workforce that reflects Northumberland Hills Hospital’s dedication to recognising everyone’s contributions and respecting everyone’s dignity, unique experience, and potential.

EQUITY AND ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

Northumberland Hills Hospital remains respectful of all protected rights, in line with the grounds laid out by the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we welcome applications from all qualified applicants and interests from racialized persons / persons of colour, Indigenous People of North America, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

LOCATION

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Clinical Extern position is an exciting opportunity for nursing students. Clinical Externs work as unregulated health care providers under the supervision of regulated health care professionals and are supported by a dedicated Clinical Extern Mentor Coordinator. Through a patient and family-centered approach, they provide direct and indirect patient care and clinical unit support while simultaneously gaining knowledge, skill, and exposure to a hospital environment. Clinical Externs are valued members of the health care team and work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to achieve our organizational goal of providing “exceptional care, every time, for every person.”

Our Clinical Extern program offers flexible, self-scheduled 8 hour (day / evening / night / weekend) shifts to accommodate the busy nature of academic schedules. Clinical Externs must be available to work a minimum of one shift (8 hours) every 2 weeks to meet program expectations.

Clinical Externs are hired for a 4-month term, which is subject to renewal based on the Clinical Externs meeting the program expectations and the organization’s continued need for Clinical Extern roles. Once Clinical Externs obtain their professional licence, they are no longer eligible to be part of the Enhanced Extern Program.

To be eligible for our Spring Clinical Extern intake :

• Applicants will need to be available for one of the following interview timeslots :
• Applicants must be available for both dates of our May 2026 orientation held on :

May 4 & 5

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

In addition :

PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORKING CONDITIONS

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Successful applicants are required to provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector criminal reference check, that was complete less than one year from the date of hire. This requirement must be met within the first sixty (60) days of employment.

Additionally to the above, successful applicants are also required to complete the Health Care Worker Health review process which includes providing an up-to-date immunization record to ensure compliance with the Ontario Hospital Association Communicable Diseases Surveillance Protocols within the first thirty (30) days of employment. Northumberland Hills Hospital operates a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for all staff.

Northumberland Hills Hospital may choose to conduct parts / all the hiring process virtually. When attending the hospital kindly refrain from wearing strongly scented fragrances as we are a scent free environment. While we thank all those that express interest in this exciting position; kindly note that due to high volumes of interests, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

Thank you for your interest in a Clinical Extern position at Northumberland Hills Hospital. We review applications three times annually in March, August, and November to align with our intake periods. We will keep your application on file until this designated time and we will reach out should you be selected for an interview. Thank you again for your interest. We look forward to reviewing your application soon.